abolition
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The official ending of a law, system, or practice, especially one considered unjust.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
elimination
termination
Antonyms
establishment
Usage notes
"Abolition" is almost always used for ending something considered unjust, rarely for neutral or minor changes.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ of slavery was one of the defining events of the century."
Answer: abolition
In your own words, what does "abolition" mean?
The official ending of a law, system, or practice, especially one considered unjust.
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